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Sounds pretty similar to the testing done here, though we don't have cameras watching us. 1996 and newer get the OBD-II emissions test, and from 1995- 24 years old get the ASM test.
(Dynamometer / Tailpipe). The DPS is super-strict on the testing as well. Even though I manage an inspection station, My Montero won't currently pass. Going to have to order a new cat before it comes due in August.


That is what CA currently has, and if you look hard enough, there are ways around that.

Isn't it funny how short sided the idea is? I could run my truck for another 500,000 miles, and still not produce the toxins and pollution it take to manufacture 1 prius. Not to mention, those $25k will run my truck the entire time!

Don't get me wrong, I grew up in LA county and remember SMOG days, so I strongly believe in emission control devices, such as cats and fuel injection etc. I have never run a car without a cat, even my street/strip mustang, but I don't believe it is necessary to do anything more than a "sniff" test and general vehicle inspection.

If the tailpipe emissions are within spec, does it really matter if the car has headers/CAI/cam etc..?

Who knows, maybe I am wrong and crazy, but that's me. javascript:void(0)<img src="/forums/images/graemlins/drunk.gif" alt="" />

Last edited by DRX350; 06/27/13 08:38 PM.
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1996 Dodge 1500 single cab / short bed, 5.9 4x4; 2" lift (springs not blocks), C.A.I and more mods to come.